1975 Mazda Familia vs. 1950 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1975 Mazda Familia is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda Familia weights approximately 38 kg more than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1950 Morgan Plus 4 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1950 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 1950 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | Familia | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 2088 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2440 mm |
